2005 Ford Falcon vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Falcon (200 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 312 kg more than 2005 Ford Falcon.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (335 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Falcon | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Falcon | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1581 kg | 1893 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
